About Ruff Sketch
Ruff Sketch is a volunteer-powered organization dedicated to arranging safe, reliable transport for rescue dogs. We bridge the gap between shelters, rescue organizations, foster homes, and forever families by coordinating volunteer drivers across the country.
Our Mission
No rescue dog should lose a chance at a loving home because of distance. Our mission is to ensure that every dog in need has access to safe transport, connecting them with the people and places where they can thrive.
How It Works
We organize relay-style transports where volunteer drivers each cover a leg of the journey. A dog being transported from a shelter in Texas to a rescue in New York might ride with 5-8 different volunteers, each driving 1-3 hours of the route. This makes long-distance rescue possible without putting undue burden on any single person.
Our Values
Safety First
Every transport is carefully planned with the dog’s safety and comfort as the top priority. We require crates, provide guidelines for safe travel, and coordinate veterinary checkpoints along longer routes.
Community Powered
Our network of volunteer drivers is the heart of everything we do. From retirees with flexible schedules to families looking to make a difference, our volunteers come from all walks of life united by their love of dogs.
Want to get involved? Become a volunteer driver, request a transport, or make a donation to support our work.